I'm looking for tips on baseball betting. I don't bet as big as some people say they do on here, but I would like to learn a little. Any useful tips out there from the good people of SBR?
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How is your bankroll management at this point?Comment -
Dont lay big juice!! Risk is not worth the reward. Look for value in the lines. And above all else, bankroll management will keep you going for the long run.Comment -
If you are new or anywhere close to new, you can't go wrong with steady 1-3% wager discipline. If you are doing this and not letting yourself slip for the action, then I would say you are already ahead of the game if you are new. Well done. Also of course this implies - no chasing, ever.
That is half the equation, the other half is picking winners! I am still relatively new to this myself, but at an introductory level I would say:
Keep a complete record of every wager. You probably already know this.
Keep a close eye on WHIP in addition to ERA.
Aim to be selective in the games you bet each day. This could be 1-2 games, or 6-7 games, as long as you have a high level of conviction for every wager.
I often find that betting the team total is a better value than a side. Always look at these for each matchup just like you would look at the ML/RL odds and game total.
Think hard about laying more chalk than -125 on any wager. If you like a big favorite, look at the -1.5 or -1 instead of the ML. Personally I prefer the -1 rather than -1.5 most of the time.
Always check the umpire stats before wagering.
Always check the weather. I use this one:
I look forward to seeing advice from more experienced MLB handicappers here. Best of luck.Comment
